Seaside Chapel + The Court
wedding blog
october 16, 2025
I looked forward to this wedding day from the first call with Payton. Her goal with the video: no poses, no forced anything, all emotions, I want to make people cry.
Music to my ears.
When arriving on a wedding day as a vendor, I feel I am always holding my breath. You never know what exactly you are walking into. They could be in the middle of a makeup meltdown, a missing bridesmaid, or stressing over the groomsmen (I think this one is an always haha).
The second I walked into the bridal house, I immediately was at ease. Everyone was calm, beautiful, and having the best time. We moved throughout the day unhurried and truly enjoying each other’s company.
When it was time to transition to the groom’s house I was honestly expecting what is normal of the groomsmen.. no one is ready. That assumption was incorrect. They were not only ready, they were ready for the day. Everyone’s energy was high and everyone circled the groom. Many times everyone is in their own world, kinda enjoying what the wedding is to them. Not this group. They were all with the groom, making the day and atmosphere entirely about him.
I think it’s often underestimated how much getting along with your vendors truly matters. You are with your photographer and videographer from the time you put on your dress until you kick your heels off at the end of the night. People see beautiful pictures online, but never try to determine: will they fit in with the vibe of the day? Will I feel comfortable in my most vulnerable moments with this person?
Payton was the perfect soul to be around all day. It warmed my insides when she asked us not to leave her alone while she waited in the limo outside of the church before walking down the aisle. It’s those moments where connection truly matters. Just the bride, the videographer (me), and the photographers. We’ve known you for hours but we’re the ones with you right until you walk down the aisle. Sharing the last final moments of you being a Miss.
Dimitry and Payton did what most people do not and they read their personal vows at the altar and skipped the first look. Their vows aligned so much through the words alone you can tell it’s a love match. Much like the beginning of the day, the ceremony was an entire moment. They did not rush, they did not shorten, they allowed that moment to exist and be everything it needed to be.
The thought, love, and planning that went into this Seaside wedding was unmatched. Every detail, every fabric, every napkin was perfectly planned. Payton herself embroidered each napkin for her guests, which blew me away. A ceremony at Seaside Chapel followed by the reception at The Court, every moment was Pinterest perfect met with true authenticity and emotion.
Mackenzie and Will said their vows in private on the beach of Miramar. With a backdrop of the sea, it was a stunning location to begin their lives together.
Mackenzie greeted me with tears and a glowing appreciation of everyone who surrounded her - including me who she welcomed with open arms.
I could feel the love in the room immediately, not just from the bride and groom, but from everyone present. This energy carried through until the final moments of the night.
Will and Mackenzie hosted their ceremony on Miramar Beach, FL and followed it with an intimate candlelit reception at an airbnb nearby. The table setting was stunning. The glow of the candles on the faces of their 30 closest family and friends created the perfect ambience for the most intimate, sweet evening.
The words shared by their friends represented the depth of love everyone held in this group. Tears were shed, laughter was easy, and hugs were long and full.
Where Mackenzie is full of love and radiant, Will was steady, present, and grounded. They were comfortable letting the love in the room speak for itself. Watching them together it was easy to see the love they share with one another, sticking by each other’s side the whole day.
Most notably was the relationship between Mackenzie and her grandmother. If they were near each other, tears were falling. It takes a certain level to take up space near one another and be in absolute comfort together. To stare at each other and cry, feeling everything all at once. That love takes a lifetime to build.
Intimate weddings are a treasure. When you only allow thirty people to witness your love story, every person has played a significant role in your life. Every toast represents decades of stories. Every hug lingers. This is what draws me to weddings, each one has a completely different energy, but they all remind us what this day and this life are truly about: love.
Planning a Seaside wedding? These vendors made this day unforgettable - reach out to learn more about working together.
PAYTON AND DIMITRY CHESNOVA
Planner: @aweddingcollection
Ceremony Venue: @weddingsatthechapel
Reception Venue: @thecourtseaside
Hair + Makeup: @kendrakbeauty
Photographer: @lb.photography.lb
Videographer: @flic_video
Florist: @showtimeeventsweddings
Rentals: @panachetents
DJ: @dj30a
Cake: @sweetlysisters30a
Catering & Bar: @townsendcateringcompany
Officiant: James Ross
Ceremony Musician: Yasya
Bride's Gown: @essenceofaustralia
Dress Shop: @bocaratonbridal
